Proper Nouns Lexicon

Bundela refers to a Rajput ruling house of Bundelkhand, a historical region between present day Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. The Bundelas are chiefly associated with Orchha, Datia, Panna and Ajaigarh, where they maintained durable princely power.

Canaan is a historical region in the Near East, located between the Mediterranean and the Jordan River. It was a significant center of ancient trade and culture.

The Carthaginians were an ancient people from Carthage, a powerful city-state located in present-day Tunisia.

Cavadee is a Tamil Hindu religious festival celebrated with fervor by Tamil communities worldwide, especially in Mauritius, Réunion, India, and Malaysia. It is dedicated to the god Muruga, also known as Kartikeya, the god of war and victory.

The term Chalukya refers to several royal Indian dynasties that ruled between the 6th and 12th centuries. They played a major role in the political, artistic, and architectural development of the Deccan and Gujarat. Notable branches include the Chalukyas of Badami, Vengi, Kalyani.

The Cham are a Southeast Asian people, primarily residing in Vietnam and Cambodia. They are known for their rich history and distinctive culture, influenced by Hinduism and Islam.

(not to be confused with Buddhist Cham dance)

The kingdom of Champa was an ancient Southeast Asian kingdom located in present-day central Vietnam. It flourished from the 2nd to the 17th century and is known for its rich cultural heritage, including Hindu temples and distinctive architecture.

The Chandela were a Rajput dynasty that ruled the Bundelkhand region of central India from the 9th to the 13th century, playing a significant role in regional politics and religious architecture.

Charles V, born on February 24, 1500, and died on September 21, 1558, was a major European sovereign. Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire and King of Spain, he reigned from 1519 to 1556, profoundly marking European history.

Château de Chambord is a masterpiece of French Renaissance architecture located in the Loire Valley. Built in the early 16th century, it is famous for its unique design and the double helix staircase attributed to Leonardo da Vinci.